Delattibudiere Secures Historic Role as Jamaica Advances in Pan-American Draughts

Jamaica’s presence at the 2026 Pan-American 10×10 Draughts Championship in Paramaribo, Suriname, was defined less by podium finishes and more by a decisive shift in influence, led by Deputy Superintendent Jermaine Alexander Delattibudiere.

Delattibudiere, who serves as President of the Jamaica Draughts Association, was elected General Secretary of the Pan-American Draughts & Checkers Confederation (PAMDCC) for the 2026–2030 term—marking the first time Jamaica has secured a position on the organisation’s executive body since its formation.

This appointment places Jamaica at the centre of regional decision-making across a 28-country federation, with responsibilities spanning governance, competition regulations, and strategic development.

His elevation came during a tournament that highlighted both Jamaica’s growing involvement and the competitive gap still to be bridged. Brazil reinforced its dominance in the 100-square format, with Carla Assunção Calasans capturing the Women’s Classic title and International Grandmaster Allan Igor Moreno Silva securing his sixth Men’s Classic crown.

Against that backdrop, Delattibudiere recorded an eight-point finish, reflecting steady progression for Jamaica, which only began competing in the 10×10 format in 2022. While results remain developmental, participation has been part of a broader strategy focused on exposure, experience, and long-term competitiveness.

Beyond the board, Jamaica achieved a major breakthrough by securing hosting rights for the 2028 Pan-American 10×10 International Draughts Championship in Montego Bay, St. James.

The event is expected to serve as a qualifier for the 2029 World Championships and positions the island as a future hub for international draughts.

Delattibudiere’s dual role—as competitor and now a key regional administrator—signals a shift in Jamaica’s trajectory from participant to stakeholder. His leadership is expected to influence development programmes, strengthen governance, and expand youth engagement across the region.

The achievements in Suriname come despite ongoing financial constraints that have limited wider Jamaican participation, underscoring the need for increased support if the country is to convert its growing influence into consistent competitive success.

From its initial entry into international 10×10 draughts just four years ago to holding a leadership position and securing a major championship, Jamaica’s progress reflects a deliberate and structured push toward relevance on the global stage—driven in large part by Delattibudiere’s emergence at the forefront.

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